Samsung's latest offering, the Samsung 990 Evo Plus PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe SSD, is currently on sale, providing an incredible opportunity for gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. The 2TB model is available for just $129.99, while the 4TB version is an even more compelling deal at $249.99. These prices represent a $40 to $70 savings compared to the Samsung 990 Pro, and the performance difference is negligible for most gamers.

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PS5 SSD for $129.99

4TB for $249.99

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

Originally $184.99, now save 30% and get it for $129.99 at Amazon.

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 4TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

Originally $349.99, now save 29% and get it for $249.99 at Amazon.

The Samsung 990 Evo Plus is an outstanding choice for both gaming PCs and PlayStation 5 consoles. It surpasses Sony's minimum speed recommendation for the PS5, delivering sequential read speeds of up to 7,250 MB/s and write speeds of up to 6,300 MB/s. While it's not as fast as the 990 Pro, the 990 Evo Plus still offers a significant performance boost over the non-Pro version. The key difference is that the 990 Evo Plus is a DRAM-less drive, but it compensates for this by utilizing HMB (host memory buffer), which uses a minimal amount of your system's RAM. This feature ensures that gamers won't notice any difference in performance between the 990 Evo Plus and the more expensive 990 Pro.

It's worth noting that the Samsung 990 Evo Plus does not come with a pre-installed heatsink. However, its new single-sided design is power-efficient and generates less heat than previous SSDs, meaning it should perform well in a PS5 without thermal throttling. If you prefer added peace of mind, you can add a heatsink for an additional $7, but it's not necessary for most users.

More SSDs for PS5

If you're exploring more options for your PS5, here are some of our top recommendations:

Corsair MP600 PRO LPX

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Crucial T500

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WD_Black P40

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Lexar NM790

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